Case Studies Three Light Apartments Smart Security March 27, 2026 Kansas City's premier downtown luxury apartment community required a comprehensive security overhaul — Brivo cloud access control and Eagle Eye cameras across all common areas and 400+ units. ## Project Overview Three Light stands as one of Kansas City's most iconic luxury residential towers, anchoring the Power & Light District with 400+ premium apartment units. When the development team needed a security partner capable of matching the property's premium positioning, they chose Watchmen Security. The scope was significant: full smart apartment technology, community-wide access control, and cloud-based video surveillance across every common area, amenity space, parking structure, and unit entry point. ## The Challenges Scale and Credential Management: With 400+ units and high resident turnover, traditional key or fob-based systems create unacceptable security risk. Every move-out requires instant, verified access revocation. Multi-Level Amenity Coverage: Three Light features a rooftop pool, fitness center, club room, and concierge lobby — all requiring 24/7 access control and monitoring with different permission tiers. Parking Structure Integration: The attached parking garage required license plate recognition, gate control, and camera coverage across multiple levels — integrated into the same platform managing building access. Developer Timeline Coordination: The system had to be designed and installed in coordination with the general contractor during active construction. ## Solutions Implemented Brivo Cloud Access Control: Deployed across all building entries, elevator call stations, amenity spaces, and individual unit doors. Residents use their smartphone as their key. Property managers control access for every door from a single dashboard and revoke credentials instantly when residents move out. Eagle Eye Cloud Video Surveillance: Over 80 high-definition cameras installed throughout the property. All footage stored in the cloud with 30-day retention, AI-powered motion analytics, and remote access for management. Smart Apartment Technology: In-unit smart locks, thermostats, and leak detection sensors integrated with the Brivo platform. Parking Gate & LPR Integration: Automated parking gate control with license plate recognition for resident vehicles. ## Results & Impact - Zero rekeying costs since opening — all credential changes handled remotely via software - Resident satisfaction scores consistently rate security as a top amenity driver - Maintenance call reduction through remote HVAC monitoring and proactive leak detection - Complete audit trail for every building entry, amenity access, and elevator call ## Ready for a Similar Assessment? Contact our dedicated multifamily team at 833.569.8617 or visit our [Multifamily Security page](/industries/multifamily-security) to learn more.